ABS 400 Methods of Inquiry in the Behavioral Sciences

Students are introduced to the basic concepts, methods, and tools employed in the research process. In this course, students narrow their topic of interest, build upon library research skills, and initiate exploratory fieldwork. Emphasis is placed on practical applications of these ideas, providing students the opportunity to learn the methods of social and behavioral science research by conducting small projects of their own design. This course culminates in a construction of a proposal for a research project to be completed in the future/concurrent coursework in the program. Pre-requisite(s): ABS 340, ABS 431, and LIBR 300; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): ABS 401. 5 quarter hours